Courthouse Security Specialist - Part-Time

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking a part-time Criminal Justice Specialist to join our Judicial Operations Bureau in Saint Petersburg, FL. You will monitor security systems, screen people and items, and respond to emergencies to maintain a safe courthouse environment.

The ideal candidate stays calm under pressure, communicates effectively, and maintains attention to detail while serving the public and enforcing procedures. Shift work is required, and the starting pay is $21.43 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School graduation or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent Education
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license
• Credit check required

Responsibilities

• Monitor video and audio equipment, security gates and electronic doors, fire alarm systems, intercom/public address systems, and light circuit panels
• Assist in security at entrances and exits of various locations throughout Pinellas County Sheriff's Office facilities by monitoring and conducting security screening of persons and items; to include inspection of property trays to identify prohibited items
• Monitor and operate X-ray machines to detect contraband entering the courthouse
• Assist public with information and working effectively with fellow members
• Escorts janitorial staff into restricted office areas throughout the courthouse
• Logs oncoming mail and packages and provides notification of delivery to Judicial staff
• Responds to emergencies to provide assistance and initiate emergency procedures based on standard policies or regulations
• Verifies that all non-uniformed Sheriff's Office personnel and visitors are in possession of a Sheriffs Office badge or a visitor's pass, appropriately displayed
• Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
• This position may be considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, may be required to report to work
• Participates in Sheriffs Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed

Skills

Attention to detail

Public interaction

Decision making

Communication

Emergency response

Surveillance equipment operation

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Valid Florida drivers license

Job description

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking a part-time Criminal Justice Specialist to join our Judicial Operations Bureau in Saint Petersburg, FL. You will monitor security systems, screen people and items, and respond to emergencies to maintain a safe courthouse environment.

The ideal candidate stays calm under pressure, communicates effectively, and maintains attention to detail while serving the public and enforcing procedures. Shift work is required, and the starting pay is $21.43 per hour.